I don't want to convert people to Buddhism - all major religions, when understood properly, have the same potential for good.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- All major religions can do good if understood well.
- In plain terms
- All religions can do good.
- What can you take from it?
- Respect all religions as valid paths.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What good do you see in different faiths?
- How can religions unite?
Another view
Some interpretations of religions are harmful regardless of understanding.
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